For our 2019 sweepstakes, Island Press partnered with Nature Camp, a private, coeducational summer camp specializing in outdoor education in natural history and environmental studies. We had the opportunity to visit Nature Camp during one of their summer...

With climate-related protections and programs under attack at the federal level, it is critical for cities to address climate impacts locally. Every day, there are new examples of cities approaching the challenge of climate change in creative and...

The birds and the bees need our help. Pollinators help to feed us and make our world more beautiful, but their habitats need protecting. Backyard gardeners to big companies alike know this and some are creating strategies to safeguard these precious...

How long should a leaf live? When should blueberries ripen? Utilizing the knowledge of the natural world takes practice and observational skills. The real question is, why is it important to listen?
This webinar discusses the importance of listening to...

Vacant lots in your neighborhood can illustrate neglect and seem like a waste of space. But, these open spaces can also serve as clean canvases for creative community projects that bring positive change.

Almost everything around us was designed by someone; our homes, schools, workplaces, and nearly every imaginable public space. Design is everywhere and, for better or for worse, it shapes the quality of our lives.

In this webinar you'll learn how suburbs can cover the costs of creating walkable urbanism by being Opportunistic and developing innovative public/private partnerships to pay for streets, public spaces, art and culture, and, yes, even parking—in...